Author Archives: Peter John Louie

War in Iraq?

Dr. Greg Bahnsen on the subject of what constitutes a “Just War”. –> Mp3 Here Bahnsen says that he does not think the war in Iraq is a “defensive” war, hence, it was not a good decision. I still have not decided, but I see where he is coming from and I see how Christians… Read More »

Start of a New Semester

My New Year’s Resolution is to do the M’Cheyne’s Bible Reading. It goes through the NT and Psalms twice a year, and OT once a year. And yes, God willing, I will complete this resolution. Info About This Plan Today’s Reading Yearly PDF Display Over break, I got to listen to David Barton. He knows… Read More »

End of the Semesester

I have one more final on Wednesday, then I get to go home for Christmas! We will be losing a member of our suite. Russell is graduating a semester early. He’s also going to China to teach.

Evening Service at Hillcrest

Here are Andy Stapleton’s notes. I forgot to bring my pen. Matthew 1:1-17 Pastor Hughes It was important for Jews to have a lineage to define their identity, an authentic member of the community. 14-14-14 Focus on v5. This verse shows us a sneak preview of what Christ’s Kingdom will be like. 1. Unexpected members–… Read More »

Saturday

A bunch of us played in the basketball tournament. It was a lot of fun, fellowship, and exercise. Dave, Jon, Andy, and I watched Luther.

Christians Should not Take Salvation For Granted

Christians Should not Take Salvation For Granted. Being lukewarm is not an option! Phil 2:12 – Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. 2 Peter 1:10 � Therefore, my brothers, be… Read More »

God’s Glory and Our Satisfaction

Are these truths biblical? �Our souls can find no rest, until they rest in Thee“- Augustine “God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.” – John Piper Examine Isaiah 55:1-3, John 4:7-30.

Discipline

Hebrews 12: 5-11 And you have forgotten that word of encouragement that addresses you as sons: �My son, do not make light of the Lord’s discipline, and do not lose heart when he rebukes you, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes everyone he accepts as a son.� Endure hardship as discipline;… Read More »

Basketball

I’m setting up the IM basketball roster for next semester: So far we have me, Andy Stapleton, Matt Reidenbach, Steve Lauer, Rob Schmidtberger, David Mahtani, Eddie Burdette, and Matt Ginter. It should be a lot of fun, fellowship, and exercise. This is kind of random, but I was thinking, it would be cool to read… Read More »

What I Learned and Did

On Friday, we started to go over Desiring God by John Piper. I was reminded that God does everything for his own glory. He can do this, because he deserves glory. After fellowship, we played mafia and guestures at Susan’s house. On Saturday, I played four hours of basketball. Here are two simple, yet profound… Read More »